The New York Jets are facing another devastating loss for the second consecutive season due to a torn Achilles injury. This time, it’s defensive end Jermaine Johnson, who suffered the heartbreaking injury during Sunday’s game. Johnson’s season is likely over, mirroring the fate of quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who faced the same injury last year.
Johnson’s girlfriend, social media influencer Hannah Brooke, has now shared her emotional reaction to the news.
Brooke, who gained fame through Netflix’s reality series Too Hot to Handle and boasts more than 462,000 Instagram followers, took to social media to express her support for Johnson. Their relationship became public in August of last year when Brooke posted a picture of the couple at MetLife Stadium.
Following the injury, Brooke re-shared a poignant image of Johnson being carted off the field during the game against the Titans. Along with the photo, she wrote a heartfelt message: “Coming back stronger. Keep faith.” She also thanked fans for their prayers and support, adding, “Thank you to everyone for your prayers and wishing Jermaine a speedy recovery.”
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Despite the severity of the injury, Johnson seems to be maintaining a positive outlook. Shortly after the diagnosis, he posted a video of himself using a leg scooter on social media. In a message on X (formerly Twitter), Johnson expressed his gratitude and optimism, writing, “Thank everyone for all the prayers and support! This is not a dark time for me, although there will be dark days ahead. This is God’s way for me to not only grow as a man, person, and player but to also inspire others. 11 will be back and better, BOOK IT.”
The loss of Johnson is a significant blow to the Jets’ defense, which now faces the challenge of filling his role. Johnson had shown promise as an integral part of the team’s defensive strategy, making his absence felt both on and off the field. The Jets, however, managed to win Sunday’s game in Nashville, improving their record to 1-1.
But the victory is bittersweet as they now face a quick turnaround with a Thursday night game at home against the New England Patriots.
The timing of Johnson’s injury also adds new complexity to the Jets’ ongoing contract negotiations with outside linebacker Hasson Reddick. Reddick, who has been holding out of training camp and games this season in pursuit of a better contract, may now have greater leverage in light of Johnson’s absence. The Jets will need to re-evaluate their roster and defensive depth moving forward.
For both Johnson and the Jets, the road to recovery will be long, but with support from his girlfriend, teammates, and fans, Johnson is determined to come back stronger than ever.
His resilience, faith, and focus on growth serve as an inspiration not only to his teammates but to fans as well, who continue to rally behind him during this challenging time.
